A Portugal tour package from Dubai typically bundles return direct flights (around 8 hours to Lisbon), 4★ hotels, daily breakfast, guided sightseeing and private transfers, plus full Schengen visa application guidance — from AED 2,799 per person for a Lisbon city break, or AED 5,999 for the full 7-night Lisbon, Sintra & Porto Explorer. Highlights include the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, the fairy-tale Pena Palace in the hills of Sintra, Porto's Dom Luís Bridge and riverside Ribeira district, and the dramatic sea caves of the Algarve coast. Portugal is a founding Schengen member, so most UAE residents apply for the same Schengen visa used across mainland Europe.
One country, four very different journeys — from the classic Lisbon-Sintra-Porto loop, to a short Lisbon city break, a romantic Sintra and Algarve escape, or a grand tour that adds the Algarve coast to the full circuit. Every package includes flights, hotels, transfers and guided touring, or we'll build a custom itinerary.
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*Prices are indicative per person on twin-sharing and change with season, airline fares & hotel availability. Request a live quote for your dates.
| Package | Duration | Route | Best for | Highlights | From (per person) |
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| Lisbon City Highlights | 3N / 4D | Lisbon | Short city breaks | Alfama, Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery | AED 2,799 |
| Lisbon, Sintra & Porto Explorer | 7N / 8D | Lisbon · Sintra · Porto | First-timers | Pena Palace, Dom Luís Bridge, port wine tasting | AED 5,999 |
| Sintra Palaces & Algarve Romance | 6N / 7D | Lisbon · Sintra · Algarve Coast | Couples / honeymoon | Pena Palace, Benagil Cave, beach resort | AED 7,999 |
| Grand Portugal: Lisbon, Porto, Sintra & the Algarve | 9N / 10D | Lisbon · Sintra · Porto · Algarve | Longer holidays | Full classic route + Algarve coast | AED 9,999 |
Here's how your 7-night Portugal trip flows. Flights, 4★ hotels, daily breakfast, private transfers and guided sightseeing are included throughout.
Land in Lisbon, where a private transfer takes you to your hotel. In the afternoon, ride the famous Tram 28 through the hillside lanes of Alfama and Graça. Overnight in Lisbon.
Guided tour of the Belém Tower and the UNESCO-listed Jerónimos Monastery, followed by the Monument to the Discoveries on the Tagus riverfront. Stop for a custard tart at the original Pastéis de Belém bakery. Overnight in Lisbon.
Full-day guided excursion to Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed hill town. Visit the vividly colourful Pena Palace and the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, with its underground initiation well. Overnight in Lisbon.
A free day to shape as you like — browse the Baixa district's shops, visit the LX Factory, or add an optional day trip to the coastal towns of Cascais and Estoril. Overnight in Lisbon.
Travel north to Porto by high-speed train (around 3 hours). Check in and take an evening stroll along the riverside Ribeira district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight in Porto.
Guided walking tour past the ornate Livraria Lello bookshop and across the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, followed by a port wine cellar tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia. Overnight in Porto.
A free day in Porto, or add an optional day trip into the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley. Overnight in Porto.
After breakfast, transfer to Porto Airport for your flight home — carrying with you memories of pastel-tiled hills, fairy-tale palaces and riverside port wine cellars.
Portugal is a year-round destination, but the sweet spot is spring and early autumn — mild weather for sightseeing in Lisbon and Porto, and warm enough for the Algarve coast without the peak summer crowds.
| Season | Months | Weather | Why go |
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| Spring | Mar – May | Mild 14–22°C, occasional rain | Best overall — Lisbon, Sintra & Porto at their finest |
| Summer | Jun – Aug | Hot 24–30°C, dry Algarve coast | Peak season for Algarve beaches; expect crowds & higher prices |
| Autumn | Sep – Oct | Mild 18–25°C, warm seas | Warm enough for the coast, fewer crowds than summer |
| Winter | Nov – Feb | Cool 9–15°C, more rain in the north | Lowest prices, quiet museums & festive city lights |
The sweet spot for the classic route: mild days for walking tours in Lisbon and Porto, and Sintra's gardens at their greenest before the summer crowds.
If Algarve beaches and sea caves are your priority, this is when the coast is liveliest — expect warm waters at Benagil and Lagos, plus busier sights nationwide.
Many travellers rate early autumn as Portugal's best-kept secret — comfortable temperatures, still-warm coastal waters, and noticeably shorter queues at major sights.
Portugal is a founding member of the Schengen Area, and most nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa before flying. UAE nationals generally enjoy visa-free access for short stays, while other UAE residents typically apply in advance — we guide you through the exact steps for your passport.
Most UAE residents need to apply for a Schengen visa in advance through the Portuguese consulate or visa centre. UAE nationals typically enjoy visa-free entry for short tourist stays.
Direct flights from Dubai to Lisbon take around 8 hours. Portugal is 3 hours behind UAE time (2 hours during European daylight saving).
Portugal uses the Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops, but carry some cash for smaller cafés and markets.
Halal options are available, especially in Lisbon and Porto, alongside a wide range of fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes on most Portuguese menus.
Visa rules differ by nationality and can change. Entry is at the sole discretion of Portuguese immigration. We confirm current requirements for your passport before you travel.
Mix and match these experiences into any package — just tell your consultant what you'd love to do.
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Yes, most nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa before flying to Portugal, a founding Schengen member. UAE nationals generally enjoy visa-free access for short tourist stays, and we guide you through the exact application steps.
A Lisbon city break starts from AED 2,799 per person for 3 nights. Our Lisbon, Sintra & Porto Explorer package starts from AED 5,999 for 7 nights, the Sintra Palaces & Algarve Romance package from AED 7,999, and the 9-night Grand Portugal tour from AED 9,999.
March to May and September to October offer the most pleasant weather for sightseeing in Lisbon and Porto, plus warm-enough conditions on the Algarve coast without peak summer crowds. June to August is hottest and busiest, especially on the beaches.
A 3-night Lisbon city break covers the capital comfortably. Allow 7 to 8 nights for the classic Lisbon-Sintra-Porto loop, and 9 to 10 nights to add the Algarve coast.
Direct flights from Dubai to Lisbon take around 8 hours. Portugal is 3 hours behind UAE time (2 hours during European daylight saving).
Yes to all three. Couples love Sintra's fairy-tale palaces and the Algarve's dramatic coastline. Families enjoy Lisbon's trams and easy-going pace. Culture and architecture lovers can spend days exploring Porto's Ribeira district and Lisbon's UNESCO-listed monuments alone.
Every package is a starting point. Add the Douro Valley's terraced vineyards, extend your stay on the Algarve coast, add Cascais and Estoril, or combine Portugal with a side trip to Spain — just tell us what you have in mind.
Portugal uses the Euro (€), and cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops. Halal food is available, particularly in Lisbon and Porto, alongside abundant fresh seafood and vegetarian options.
Top highlights include the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, Sintra's colourful Pena Palace, Porto's Dom Luís Bridge and Ribeira district, and the Algarve's Benagil sea cave.
Travelling to Portugal? These destinations pair beautifully for a second European escape or a longer trip. Hotels, tours and visa help in one price. Tap any destination to see its packages.
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Please note: Prices are indicative, per person on twin-sharing, and subject to availability. They may change due to airline fares, hotel availability, seasonal demand, exchange rates and supplier updates. Entry requirements are at the sole discretion of Portuguese and Schengen immigration authorities. Inclusions and exclusions vary by package and travel date. Please confirm the final itinerary, pricing and terms with our travel consultant before booking.
